Blood Draw / Venipuncture cost in Norfolk, VA
Blood Draw / Venipuncture costs $14 to $22 cash across 7 hospitals within 25 miles of Norfolk.
Price range near Norfolk
Chesapeake General Hospital (3★) has the lowest price — $7 less than the most expensive option nearby.
Hospital prices near Norfolk
$7 spread between lowest and highest published price
Prices range from $13 to $21 across these hospitals. Not an extreme spread, but the difference may matter depending on your deductible and insurance plan.
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Information from published hospital prices and Medicare quality data. Not medical advice.
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What this price typically doesn't include
Procedure codes generally cover the procedure itself. Other services that often appear on the same bill are listed under separate codes — for example:
- Anesthesia (CPT 00xxx)
- Pathology, if a sample is taken (CPT 88xxx)
- Drugs administered during the visit (J-codes)
- Facility vs. professional split — one charge from the hospital, another from the doctor
- Room and board, if the procedure is inpatient
Asking what other codes might appear on the bill is a useful follow-up so the total is not a surprise. Once you receive the bill, asking for an itemized statement listing each service code separately makes it easier to match against the disclosed prices above.
Observations about billing-code conventions. Not medical advice. Not legal advice.
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Before you schedule
A blood draw in Norfolk costs you anywhere from $13.80 to $34.24 depending on where you go — that's two and a half times difference for the same five-minute procedure. Most hospitals in the area charge around $19.50 cash price, which is well below the Virginia state average of $56.28. The good news is you have real choice here. If cost matters to you, you can save $15–20 by picking one of the lower-priced options instead of the highest one.
Before you schedule, call the lab directly at whichever hospital is most convenient and confirm their cash price for a basic blood draw — the prices can shift. If you have insurance, ask your billing department what your out-of-pocket cost will be after your deductible and copay; that's your true expense. Since this is such a quick procedure, location and your doctor's preference probably matter more than saving a few dollars, but it's worth a thirty-second call to check.
Questions to ask when you call
Before scheduling, call the hospital's billing department. These are the exact questions that get you the answers you need.
"What is your cash price for Blood Draw / Venipuncture?"
If you haven't met your deductible, the cash price may be lower than what your insurance negotiates. Many hospitals will honor their published cash price if you ask.
"What will my insurance plan pay for this, and what's my out-of-pocket?"
Get a written estimate. Ask them to include your deductible status and coinsurance percentage. This is called a "Good Faith Estimate" and you're legally entitled to one.
"Are there any other charges I should expect — radiologist, anesthesiologist, or facility fees?"
These prices are facility fees. Your doctor, radiologist, and anesthesiologist bill separately. Ask how much those could add.
Blood Draw / Venipuncture costs $14 at Chesapeake General Hospital (3-star CMS rating) and up to $22 at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center in Norfolk, Virginia — a 1.6x difference for the same procedure across 7 facilities. The Virginia statewide average is $22.
About this market
Sentara Health operates 5 of 7 hospitals near Norfolk (71%). Prices across their facilities are identical — comparison between them won't save you money.
Sentara Health's price of $20 is below the Virginia average of $22.
Farmville, VA · 37 mi away · 4★
6 insurance plans. Cheapest: Sentara Health Plans. Most expensive: Humana.
What else you should know
Children's hospitals
The following children's hospitals are listed separately because their pricing, patient mix, and quality benchmarks differ from adult facilities.
Surgery center alternatives
These ambulatory surgery centers are near Norfolk. ASCs often perform outpatient procedures at lower cost than hospitals.
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| Facility | Cash Price | Gross Charge | Stars | Patient Rating | Ownership | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake General Hospital | $14 | $23 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Local government | 5.7 mi |
| Sentara Princess Anne HospitalSentara Health | $20 | $39 | 4/5 | 78.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
| Sentara Leigh HospitalSentara Health | $20 | $39 | 4/5 | 76.0% | Nonprofit | 0.0 mi |
| Sentara Obici HospitalSentara Health | $20 | $39 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 0.2 mi |
| Sentara Careplex HospitalSentara Health | $20 | $39 | 4/5 | 73.0% | Nonprofit | 12.8 mi |
| Sentara Virginia Beach General HospitalSentara Health | $20 | $39 | 4/5 | 71.0% | Nonprofit | 17.0 mi |
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical CenterBon Secours Mercy Health | $22 | $36 | 3/5 | 67.0% | Nonprofit | 18.3 mi |
Common questions
How much does Blood Draw / Venipuncture cost in Norfolk, VA?
Blood Draw / Venipuncture costs between $14 and $22 at 7 facilities near Norfolk, Virginia. The median price is $20. The Virginia statewide average is $22.
Which hospital is cheapest for Blood Draw / Venipuncture near Norfolk?
Chesapeake General Hospital has the lowest published cash price at $14. It has a 3-star CMS quality rating and 67.0% patient satisfaction.
Does a cheaper hospital mean lower quality?
No. In Norfolk, the lowest-priced facility (Chesapeake General Hospital) has a 3-star CMS rating, while the highest-priced facility (Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center) has a 3-star rating.
Where does this pricing data come from?
All prices are from each hospital's federally mandated machine-readable file under the CMS Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR Part 180). Quality ratings are from CMS Hospital Compare. We do not estimate prices. See full methodology →
How much can I save by choosing a different hospital?
The maximum savings for Blood Draw / Venipuncture near Norfolk is $8 — the difference between Chesapeake General Hospital ($14) and Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center ($22).
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Data compiled from 17 federal sources including CMS Hospital Price Transparency files, Hospital Compare, HCAHPS, and Medicare Cost Reports. Updated April 2026. Full methodology →